Pure efficiency.
Gabe Tanner throws a complete game on just 93 pitches, making Oakland Ballers history with the first CG win in franchise history.
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Graham Kelham from Murray State sitting 92-94mph hitting 94mph 4 times out of only 8 or 9 fastballs! Belmont University had a hard time catching up to his heater š„
In his last 14 innings pitched only 1 run allowed šÆ
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One of the first scientific studies in baseball to test weighted ball training ā and it happened in the 1960s.
This early research explored whether throwing with a weighted ball like this one from that era could improve velocity or accuracy.
The findings?
⢠No immediate or long-term gains in throwing accuracy
⢠Speed-focused warmups made little difference
⢠And the performance benefits were far less than expected
Swipe to see the actual case study pages ā a legit relic from baseballās early attempts at performance science.
This was the beginning of evidence-based training in the game, long before biomechanics and advanced tech took over.
At TopVelocity, weāve built on this foundation ā pushing past outdated methods and measuring what truly works with modern sports science and data-driven training systems.
The difference? They guessed.
We measure.
Tag a teammate or coach who needs to see where this all started.
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Unlock Explosive Power with Better Landing Foot Mechanics
Your landing foot isnāt just a detailāitās a game-changer for velocity and stability.
ā Foot Lands Open or Straight
⢠Creates a wobbly base
⢠Kills lower-body force transfer
⢠Leaks energy before it hits the trunk
ā Foot Lands Slightly Closed
⢠Activates powerful internal hip rotation
⢠Stabilizes the lower leg like a loaded spring
⢠Channels energy directly into the trunk for max velocity
This one adjustment can be the difference between throwing with your whole bodyāor just your arm.
Want to build a rock-solid base and throw gas?
Train the landing. Train the transfer.
Master this at 3X Velocity Campāwhere mechanics go next level.
Get stable. Get explosive. Get results.
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How many pitches does it take to wear down your rotator cuff? Just 25.
A groundbreaking study tracked college pitchers after live-game outings and found some alarming results:
⢠Just 25 pitches triggered rotator cuff fatigue lasting 2 full days
⢠Internal rotation range of motion (ROM) took 4 days to return to baseline
⢠Even after light outings, the shoulderās architecture was still recovering days later
This means most pitchers are throwing again before the body is fully recoveredāopening the door to chronic overuse injuries.
If youāre not building your recovery into your routine, youāre not training smart.
TopVelocityās science-backed training system protects your arm while increasing velocity.
We donāt guessāwe test, measure, and track everything so you train like a pro.
Train smart. Stay healthy. Throw gas.
Visit TopVelocity.net or hit the link in bio to get started.
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Congrats to Tomoyuki Sugano on his first MLB win! šā¾ 5.1 innings with just one run allowed ā impressive outing from the right-hander. Great to hear heās feeling more comfortable and finding his rhythm on the mound!
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š„ Steven Lacey Sitting Easy 96 MPH on Flat Ground! šā¾
š„ 96 MPH on flat groundāeffortlessly. Steven Lacey is built different, and heās only getting stronger. šŖ
ā¾ Entering his first season in the Atlantic League with Lancaster, Lacey is primed for a huge year. With this kind of power, itās only a matter of time before he breaks into affiliated ball. š
š” When youāve got elite mechanics & explosive power, 96 MPH becomes routine! Expect BIG things from Lacey this season. š
š„ Who else is chasing 96 ? Train like the best with TopVelocityālink in bio!
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š„ The Anatomy of 100 MPH: Billy Wagnerās Elite Mechanics! ā¾š„
š How did a 5ā9ā lefty throw 100 MPH? Hall of Famer Billy Wagner mastered the perfect combination of power, efficiency, and mechanics. This video breaks down what makes his delivery elite.
š Key Positions at Max Power:
ā Maximum forward trunk tilt ā Generating elite-level energy transfer.
ā Maximum external rotation ā Storing & unleashing explosive arm speed.
ā Full front leg extension ā Creating a stable base for max velocity.
š” You canāt throw any better than this! Wagner is proof that size doesnāt matterāmechanics do. Want to unlock your full velocity potential? š
š„ Train like the best with TopVelocityālink in bio!
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š„ Stop Throwing with Just Your Arm! Use Your Hips for More Power & Less Injury! ā¾š„
šØ Are you relying too much on your arm to throw? This video breaks down the wrong vs. right way to generate velocity and stay healthy.
ā Wrong Example:
ā¢Focuses only on the shoulders & arm, leaving the lower half out.
ā¢Lacks power & efficiency, forcing the arm to do all the work.
ā¢Increases injury risk due to poor kinetic chain sequencing.
ā Correct Example:
ā¢Uses both the hips and shoulders, maximizing energy transfer.
ā¢Engages the full kinetic chain for better mechanics & velocity.
ā¢Less arm stress, more efficient movement, & better command.
š” The key to sustainable velocity? Train your whole bodyānot just your arm! š
š„ Want to throw harder while protecting your arm? Train smarter with TopVelocityālink in bio!
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